▼13%
₹2,367,751
Avg. Base Salary (INR)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (INR)
10%
₹244k
MEDIAN
₹2m
90%
₹10m
The average salary for a Cardiac Surgeon is ₹2,367,751 in 2025
Base Salary
₹244k - ₹10m
Bonus
₹10k - ₹999k
Profit Sharing
₹15k - ₹244k
Commission
₹54k - ₹102k
Total Pay
₹294k - ₹10m
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Cardiac Surgeons?
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Common Health Benefits for a Cardiac Surgeon
Medical
74%
Dental
17%
Vision
26%
None
26%
Gender Breakdown for Cardiac Surgeons
Male
90.9%
Female
9.1%
This data is based on 11 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Cardiac Surgeons
What is the highest pay for Cardiac Surgeons?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Cardiac Surgeon is ₹10m / year
What is the lowest pay for Cardiac Surgeons?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Cardiac Surgeon is ₹244k / year
How can Cardiac Surgeons increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Cardiac Surgeon is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Cardiac Surgeon that oversees more junior Cardiac Surgeons, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.